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The Gods of Guilt (The Lincoln Lawyer, #5; Harry Bosch Universe, #26)

Michael Connelly
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The Gods of Guilt (The Lincoln Lawyer, #5; Harry Bosch Universe, #26)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Michael Connelly

The Gods of Guilt (The Lincoln Lawyer, #5; Harry Bosch Universe, #26)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

389

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Gods of Guilt by Michael Connelly follows defense attorney Mickey Haller as he takes on a challenging case involving a former client who has been murdered. The investigation compels Haller to confront his past decisions and their ramifications, blending legal drama with themes of redemption and justice.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

99,521 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Gods of Guilt by Michael Connelly presents a gripping legal thriller with a strong protagonist in Mickey Haller. Reviews highlight its well-paced plot and character depth. While its depiction of legal maneuvering is praised, some critics felt it occasionally drifted into predictability. Overall, it is a compelling read for fans of the genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Gods of Guilt (The Lincoln Lawyer, #5; Harry Bosch Universe, #26)?

Readers who enjoy Michael Connelly’s The Gods of Guilt are likely fans of legal thrillers with complex characters and intricate plots. They might also appreciate works like John Grisham's The Firm or Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent. These readers seek suspenseful, courtroom dramas that delve into moral ambiguity and ethical dilemmas.

4.4

99,521 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

389

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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